(From the American Heart Association)

 

Get Up and Move on Wednesday, April 8

On April 8, Americans will be lacing up their sneakers for the American Heart Association's National Start! Walking Day! So we are inviting you to lace up your sneakers and take a 30 minute walk on April 8.

These days, adults are spending more time at work than ever before. An unfortunate side effect is that, as a nation, we're becoming more inactive. This is a problem when you consider the fact that physical inactivity doubles the risk of heart disease!

But take heart! It's a problem you can help fix by taking part in National Start! Walking Day on Wednesday, April 8.

On this day, employees are encouraged to wear sneakers to work and take at least 30 minutes out of their day to get up and walk. It's a great way to raise awareness of the Start! movement and to give your coworkers a friendly push toward a healthier life.

For more information, visit the American Heart Association's Start! Walking Day website.

 

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